2015 beverage trends survey now open

December 9, 2014

QSRweb, sister website of FastCasual and PizzaMarketplace, is preparing a new report about beverage trends for 2015 and is currently looking for restaurant…

A peek inside Starbucks' first Reserve Roastery and Tasting Room

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

A projected 1.4 million pounds of small lot coffee will be roasted in the first year at the new Roastery, doubling current production rates.

In 5 years, your whole day could revolve around Starbucks

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

December 5, 2014

Just when you thought the coffee behemoth can't possibly get any bigger, it announces a five-year plan to grow even more through non-traditional…

Maui Wowi Hawaiian surfs into West Palm Beach, Florida

December 4, 2014

The location at the Palm Beach Outlets is located on the east side of the shopping center in front of the New York & Company Outlet.

Belly up to the bar: Alcohol sales expected to improve modestly in 2015

December 4, 2014

Drink sales in bars and restaurants are projected to grow modestly in 2015, according to new research from Technomic. The market research firm says conditions…

Jamba Juice reports increased sales, progress toward 'asset light' model

December 4, 2014

Jamba Juice refranchised 13 stores and added 51 new global franchise stores through the end of the third quarter, and reported mid-single digit percentage…

Einstein Noah brings back holiday gift offerings

December 4, 2014

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group announced the return of its Holiday Gift Card Packs and Coffee Gift Packs to its seasonal offerings.

The chefs have spoken: Menu trend predictions for 2015

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

After years on the rise, gluten-free cuisine has fallen out of the top 10 list of the National Restaurant Association's annual survey.

Maui Wowi awards mobile vendor franchise to Texas couple

December 2, 2014

Mike Kruitwagen and Debbie Hedrick will operate a mobile model and catering unit.

Gluten-free beer finds its way

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

I can't tell you how many photos from friends I receive of restaurant bar menus that feature gluten-free beer. The photos are sent out of enthusiasm for the…

Maui Wowi Hawaiian rolls out Cyber Monday deal

November 24, 2014

Customers who order online using the promo code "CYBER" will get nearly half off.

Domestic tea sales jump 6%

November 21, 2014

According to new research from the American Botanical Council, sales of loose, bagged, concentrated and herbal tea in the US increased by 5.9 percent in 2013…

Maui Wowi will open new Chico, California, location in spring

November 17, 2014

Maui Wowi Hawaii announced recently that franchisee Jules Jackson has signed a lease and will soon begin construction on a new location in the Shops and…

Peet's offers free holiday drink with bakery or food purchase

November 14, 2014

Peet's is also bringing back a new Holiday Blend for sale in its retail locations, grocery stores and online.

Starbucks unpacks a sleigh full of holiday promotions

November 12, 2014

In addition to featuring five holiday beverages, Starbucks is rolling out a new line of drinkware and redesigned gift cards.

Caribou Coffee filling food pantry void for the holidays

November 11, 2014

With coffee being one of the most requested items at food banks, Caribou Coffee has launched a campaign to donate coffee to The Food Group for the holiday…

Pitfire Artisan Pizza founder plans expansion, snack and coffee concept

November 11, 2014

Paul Hibler, founder of Pitfire Artisan Pizza and the American Gonzo Food Corporation restaurants, has announced that Pitfire's eighth location will open in…

Seattle's Best launches month-long giveaway promo

November 7, 2014

Seattle's Best Coffee has launched Doorbusters, a month-long giveaway promotion to celebrate the holiday season.

Caribou Coffee adds gingersnap mocha to holiday lineup

November 7, 2014

Just in time for the holiday season, Caribou Coffee has introduced its new gingersnap cookie mocha, made with ginger, allspice and clove.

Bruegger’s Bagels launches 12th annual Bottomless Mug season

November 6, 2014

Bruegger’s Bagels kicks off the 12th season of its Bottomless Mug program today and will celebrate with Free Coffee Day on Nov. 13.